The brief
The top-rated middle schools in Wichita for 2026 are Maize South Intermediate School (8.2/10), Robinson Middle School (7.7/10), and Maize South Middle School (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 18 middle schools with real test data included in this ranking. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Wichita's middle school landscape spans 18 ranked schools, with performance ranging considerably across the metro. Maize South Middle School leads the pack at 7.7 out of 10, followed by Marshall Middle School at 7.1 — making them the only two schools in the city to clear the 7-point threshold. That puts just 11% of ranked middle schools in that top tier, a useful benchmark as you sort through the table below. The average composite score across all 18 schools sits at 5.9 out of 10, meaning meaningful separation exists between the strongest options and the middle of the pack. Whether you're prioritizing academic performance, proximity, or a specific school type, the data here covers the full spread. Use the sortable columns to zero in on what matters most for your family.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
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- 27.7
- 37.5
- 46.6
- 56.1
- 66.1
- 75.3
- 85.0
- 95.0
- 104.7
All 18 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.All 18
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Maize South Intermediate SchoolMaizestudents 454student-teacher ratio 14.6:1grades 5th–6th
- 2Robinson Middle SchoolWichitastudents 693student-teacher ratio 12.6:1grades 6th–8th
- 3Maize South Middle SchoolMaizestudents 523student-teacher ratio 12.5:1grades 7th–8th
- 4Pleasant Valley Middle SchoolWichitastudents 594student-teacher ratio 13.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 5Allison Traditional Magnet MiddleWichitastudents 535student-teacher ratio 15.7:1grades 6th–8th
- 6Marshall Middle SchoolWichitastudents 505student-teacher ratio 12.6:1grades 6th–8th
- 7Mayberry Cultural and Fine Arts Magnet MiddleWichitastudents 596student-teacher ratio 14.2:1grades 6th–8th
- 8Wells Alternative Middle SchoolWichitastudents 40student-teacher ratio 4.4:1grades 6th–8th
- 9Mead Middle SchoolWichitastudents 500student-teacher ratio 12.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 10Curtis Middle SchoolWichitastudents 774student-teacher ratio 12.1:1grades 6th–8th
- 11Hamilton Middle SchoolWichitastudents 551student-teacher ratio 14.1:1grades 6th–8th
- 12Truesdell Middle SchoolWichitastudents 913student-teacher ratio 13.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 13Brooks Magnet Middle SchoolWichitastudents 529student-teacher ratio 15.1:1grades 6th–8th
- 14Wilbur Middle SchoolWichitastudents 774student-teacher ratio 14.1:1grades 6th–8th
- 15Coleman Middle SchoolWichitastudents 544student-teacher ratio 13.9:1grades 6th–8th
- 16Stucky Middle SchoolWichitastudents 545student-teacher ratio 13.6:1grades 6th–8th
- 17Jardine Technology Middle MagnetWichitastudents 499student-teacher ratio 12.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 18Hadley Middle SchoolWichitastudents 507student-teacher ratio 15.8:1grades 6th–8th
Scores are based on 2024-25 data from the NCES Common Core of Data and Kansas education department. Rankings are relative to all public middle schools in Kansas. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 18 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
Maize South Intermediate School
Maize
454 students · 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 5th–6th
Top 16% in Kansas
- Academics
- 7.3
- Growth
- 10.0
- Environment
- 6.6
- 2
Robinson Middle School
Wichita
693 students · 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 26% in Kansas
- Academics
- 7.7
- Growth
- 8.8
- Environment
- 5.9
- 3
Maize South Middle School
Maize
523 students · 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 7th–8th
Top 29% in Kansas
- Academics
- 8.3
- Growth
- 6.5
- Environment
- 7.9
- 4
Pleasant Valley Middle School
Wichita
594 students · 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 46% in Kansas
- Academics
- 5.3
- Growth
- 8.8
- Environment
- 4.8
- 5
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle
Wichita
535 students · 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 58% in Kansas
- Academics
- 7.9
- Growth
- 5.2
- Environment
- 5.1
- 6
Marshall Middle School
Wichita
505 students · 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 58% in Kansas
- Academics
- 3.8
- Growth
- 8.6
- Environment
- 5.5
- 7
Mayberry Cultural and Fine Arts Magnet Middle
Wichita
596 students · 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 74% in Kansas
- Academics
- 4.0
- Growth
- 6.7
- Environment
- 5.0
- 8
Wells Alternative Middle School
Wichita
40 students · 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 79% in Kansas
- Academics
- 1.5
- Growth
- 9.7
- Environment
- 2.3
- 9
Mead Middle School
Wichita
500 students · 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 80% in Kansas
- Academics
- 3.4
- Growth
- 7.8
- Environment
- 2.9
- 10
Curtis Middle School
Wichita
774 students · 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 85% in Kansas
- Academics
- 2.8
- Growth
- 6.7
- Environment
- 4.2
Questions
What is the best middle school in Wichita, Kansas?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, Maize South Intermediate School is the top-rated middle school in Wichita with a composite score of 8.2/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many middle schools are in Wichita, Kansas?
Wichita has 18 middle schools. Of these, 18 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average middle school rating in Wichita?
Among 18 Wichita middle schools with a composite score, the average is 5.2/10. Scores range from 1.0 (bottom of the state) to 10.0 (top 1% in Kansas).
How does MySchoolScout rate middle schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within Kansas, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in Kansas, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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